Serving 1,162 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Legacy Prep Charter Mesquite West Campus ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 8% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 18% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 42%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Texas state average of 74% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,162 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in TX)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
School Overview
Legacy Prep Charter Mesquite West Campus's student population of 1,162 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
1,162 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Legacy Prep Charter Mesquite West Campus ranks within the bottom 50% of all 8,079 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Legacy Prep Charter Mesquite West Campus is 0.37, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#7809 out of 8079 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
42%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
14:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
78%
53%
Black
14%
13%
White
6%
26%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Legacy Prep Charter Mesquite West Campus's ranking?
Legacy Prep Charter Mesquite West Campus is ranked #7809 out of 8,079 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Texas.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% TX state average), while 18% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% TX state average).
What is the graduation rate of Legacy Prep Charter Mesquite West Campus?
The graduation rate of Legacy Prep Charter Mesquite West Campus is 90%, which is higher than the Texas state average of 89%.
How many students attend Legacy Prep Charter Mesquite West Campus?
1,162 students attend Legacy Prep Charter Mesquite West Campus.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Legacy Prep Charter Mesquite West Campus students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Legacy Prep Charter Mesquite West Campus?
Legacy Prep Charter Mesquite West Campus has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Legacy Prep Charter Mesquite West Campus offer ?
Legacy Prep Charter Mesquite West Campus offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Legacy Prep Charter Mesquite West Campus part of?
Legacy Prep Charter Mesquite West Campus is part of Legacy Preparatory School District.
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